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  1. cpnotebook80

    Need advise of M1 Mac mini upgrade from MP5.1

    Hi everyone, I usually frequent mbpro and mac pro forums so this is forum is new for me :). So today my mac pro 5.1 with 5 tb of data across 3 hdd and few ssd, externals and nvme, almost died on me. Q anxiety and panic. I found out it was the amd 7950 graphics card that died. So i had my...
  2. ZilzilaStriken

    Is there anyway to use non apple keyboard and mouse for new Recovery Assistant with Apple silicon Mac mini M1?

    I want to erase my Mac mini M1 completely and reinstall OS, but I do not have Apple keyboard and mouse. I managed to click the options in the recovery assistant with a wired keyboard. But then it goes to black screen asking me to turn on/pair apple keyboard and mouse. I cannot get past this...
  3. majortom67

    Monterey public beta 9 & USB-C external drive

    Hi, I have an external Samsung EVO 970 (nvme) in an external box with a Jmicron USB-C to NVME adapter and is not available at all. Neither via Terminal is visible. Works like a charm (although slow speed due to M1s slow USB performance) on Big Sur. This is not a problem, now, as I'm on Big Sur...
  4. M

    Mac mini m1 freezes problem with curser not responding in clicks

    Have u guys met the same problem like me and him? I met this both at Big Sur 11.4and11.5. Has anyone got any solution? It happens several times a week.
    • MatthewMeng
    • Thread
    • #freeze big sur 11.4 mac mini m1 macos bug sur
    • Replies: 8
    • Forum: Mac mini
  5. W

    Best Plex Server for 6+ Simultaneous HD Streamers? Synology 1520+? Mac Mini M1? QNAP?

    Hi there. First post, so go gentle. The current equipment: Currently, I have a Plex Server (PMS) set up on an old 2012 Macbook Pro (2.3GHz quad-core Intel Core i7 processor). I recently upgraded its memory to 16 GB. Its only job right now is acting as a Plex server. We bought it used for $250...
    • whiskeyriver
    • Thread
    • mac mini mac mini m1 nas plex plex server qnap synology synology nas
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: Mac mini
  6. J

    M1 Mini display and disk issues

    Just got an M1 Mac mini for work. Experiencing some odd issues with it, with displays not waking from sleep, and an external SSD that randomly stops being recognized by the system. (Just updated to the latest Big Sur version.) Disk issues: I have two SanDisk SATA SSDs in a Sabrent 4-disk USB...
  7. macjunkie2013

    Performance test of Mac Mini M1 w PNY CS3140 in Wavlink TB3 enclosure.

    I tested the speed of the new PNY XLR8 CS3140 1TB M.2 installed in a Wavlink TB3 enclosure connected to my Mac Mini 16/248GB/11.3.1. When booted on APPLE M1 internal SSD M1 Internal SSD speed is ~3177 write ~2850 read TB3 CS3140 SSD speed is ~2701 write ~2539 read When booted from TB3 SSD M1...
  8. ylluminate

    M1 Performance: Geekbench vs Reality and heavy multitasking?

    According to some discussion (https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/m1-and-limited-external-monitor-support.2290450/post-29746633) I'm hearing reported that the Mac Mini M1 outperforms the i9 8 core MBP and is maybe slightly slower than the 12 core Mac Pro 2013 in Logic Pro X operations. I was...
  9. W

    Can I use ay portable monitor with a Mac Mini M1?

    Hi, I am looking for a portable monitor for my Mac Mini, I am thinking of using my Mac Mini when away as a 'laptop/mobile device'. And although buying a laptop would be 'better' buying a 15.6 montior for £250 is cheaper in the short term, and can then be a second monitor when I do buy a...
    • wood1e1
    • Thread
    • mac mini m1 portable monitors
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Mac mini
  10. W

    How to set the display as pimary monitor on mac mini M1

    hi I am sure this has been answered, but I cannot find a solution. I have a Mac Mini M1 and two displays. 1- works on USB-C 2- is old and only works on HDMI and a couple of older display ports. So I have got both working the first 1 is connected with a USB-C cable and the second 1 is...
    • wood1e1
    • Thread
    • 2 monitors mac mini m1 monitors
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Mac mini
  11. A

    Mini M1 Memory Issue Alert 8GB Ram 256

    Trying to watch Disney Plus right now. While watching Wanda Vision, I am getting booted for too much demand on memory. Is that even possible with the 8GB memory? If that is the case then this thing is going back!
    • applehouse
    • Thread
    • disneyplus mac mini m1 memory issue
    • Replies: 9
    • Forum: Mac mini
  12. S

    Would ethernet cable migrate from Intel iMac to mac mini m1?

    My new Mac Mini M1 arrives tomorrow and I can't wait. I have an Intel late 2015 iMac that I'd like to transfer content from. Could I use an ethernet cable between the two and would that be speedy? If not what would you suggest? Thanks for your help
  13. P

    Mac mini m1 leaking liquid, won’t turn on

    Today I noticed my Mac mini m1 was completely shut off. I’ve never turned it off since I bought it, it’s always on, in sleep mode, and yeah I’ve had issues waking it up like everyone else, unplugging and plugging back in the USB-C cable. Today, I tried to turn it back on, nothing. Unplugged it...
  14. kkaiser

    Viotek GNV34DBE Monitor for a M1 Mac mini -- good idea?

    I don't see any reviews of this monitor here on the forum, I like the stats of this monitor so I thought I'd ask everyone for their opinion. I am NOT a gammer, not even part time or infrequently ... never. But I would like to replace the dual monitors I have ... (two old 20in. Apple Cinema...
  15. rsucre

    Mac mini M1 wireless adapter gone when using USB enclosure

    My Mac mini M1 is having this issue randomly (some times). It suddenly loses its internal Wireless Adapter (seems like there is no wireless adapter present). The Mac mini M1 eventually crashes, then again (endless loop). If I enter into Hardware Diagnostics, it fails due to No Internet...
  16. A

    MP 1,1-5,1 Need advice - it's now 2021 and I need advice wether to upgrade or buy new

    Please forgive me if I am asking for something that's probably already been covered to the nth degree. I'm new here and joined to primarily seek advice. ( I will contribute later after I've acted on whatever decision I make.) Usually, I would take the time to research more thoroughly in this...
    • amajorguy
    • Thread
    • advice cheese grater mac mini m1 thunderbolt upgrade
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Mac Pro
  17. andreschica98

    How to enable native 4k on LG monitor?

    I recently purchased a Mac mini with the apple silicon M1. I have the LG 24 inch 4K display (24UD58-B) which its supposed to be compatible with Mac OS. On About this Mac, under display it recognizes it as a 4K display (3840 × 2160) but it recognizes as a 27 inch display and if I go to display...
  18. davidcafor

    Mac mini M1 w/ Asus monitor - poor text rendering?

    I've been using a new brand M1 Mac mini since early December. I 've an Asus VG27AQ 2k connected via HDMI. I want to know if its normal to have some bad text rendering, mostly bold or ultralight fonts in apps like Podcasts, Music, Safari, etc... I was wiling if could it be better to use a USB-C...
  19. Levina

    How to connect Mac Mini M1 to 1080p monitor?

    Hello, I just purchased a new Mac Mini (16/512) that will arrive in two or three weeks (very excited about that!). I need to connect it to an older NEC 23" 1080p monitor. The monitor is still good enough for my needs for now. The monitor has three ports: DisplayPort, DVI-D and VGA. Right now...
    • Levina
    • Thread
    • mac mini m1 monitor
    • Replies: 29
    • Forum: Mac mini
  20. Sovon Halder

    I really need to upgrade storage of my Mac Mini M1

    It's been 6 days and already I've got a warning "storage almost full". My 3TB HDD sounds like a jet engine when powered on, and hangs up Finder when waking up from sleep, it's very annoying. I need a large storage device for casual use that is QUIET and will be connected to the back of the...
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